U.S. Race and Justice Correspondent - Remote

Overview

Reuters is seeking a skilled and ambitious U.S.-based correspondent to lead coverage on the intersection of race, justice, gender and government, exploring how policy decisions impact communities across the country.

In Short

• Lead coverage on race, justice, and policy intersections.
• Produce exclusive news and compelling human-interest stories.
• Investigate and report on criminal justice, health, and economics.
• Build a diverse network of sources for impactful storytelling.
• Collaborate with visuals, graphics, and social media teams.
• Utilize data and FOIA requests in storytelling.
• Work closely with the Global Race and Justice Editor.
• Travel required for on-the-ground reporting.
• 7-10 years of reporting experience preferred.
• Strong news judgment and interpersonal skills necessary.

Requirements

• Excellent writing skills and ability to produce clean copy quickly.
• Experience with investigative journalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of public policy and its implications.
• Experience with FOIA or similar records requests.
• Strong understanding of reader and client needs.
• Global perspective in news coverage.
• Ability to set priorities effectively.
• Interest in accountability journalism.
• Self-starter with a proactive approach to news gathering.

Benefits

• Global career progression opportunities.
• On-the-job learning and dedicated training for journalists.
• Competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists.